An enterprise resource planning (ERP) system is a series of software applications or modules that collects data from your sales, purchasing, finance, inventory, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality functions into a common database. As a unified enterprise, your company is ready to share information, coordinate activities, and collaborate.

If you’re looking for your first manufacturing ERP system or looking to upgrade from an existing system, our eight-step guide helps take the mystery out of reviewing, evaluating, and selecting the ERP that’s right for your business. You’ll learn the key points to consider on your way to streamlining operations, enhancing efficiency, and driving results.